📣 Black Voices in Action: Meet Rhonda Love

Throughout Black History Month, When We All Vote is interviewing volunteers and partners who work with us to ensure their communities are registered and ready to vote. So many of us make history every day, and we are proud to honor these voices in action. To get involved with When We All Vote, visit [[link removed]].

Meet Rhonda Love, the dedicated K-12 Lead Teacher for the Department of Social Studies at Clayton County Public Schools in Georgia. With over 15 years of experience, Rhonda has shaped the educational journey of thousands of students. Before diving into the world of teaching, Rhonda attended Harvard Law School, where she honed her skills in the legal field and practiced law for several years in Chicago. From the law office to the classroom, Rhonda’s diverse experiences bring a unique perspective to education. Her passion for teaching is not just a job; it’s a commitment to shaping the minds of the next generation.

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''When we use our right to vote, we speak up on issues that affect us, whether it's education, crime, or voting rights — we need to use our votes to make sure our voices are heard.'' — Rhonda Love

Q: As a part of our My School Votes program, how do you encourage open discussion about voting and civic engagement, mainly when working within the Black community?

A: Seventy percent of our school district is Black. So when we talk to students and community members, we speak to a primarily Black population. We’re ensuring that they understand the different issues they are facing and what’s on the ballot. Our goal is to educate the community to make sure they know the various issues, candidates, and where they stand. We don’t give any suggestions on who and how they should vote — we focus on impact.

Also, voter suppression is still prevalent, especially in Georgia, and because of that, we have to go above and beyond to get our voices heard. Many Black Americans have fought and died for our right to vote. So, emphasizing our history and the importance of voting, especially here, is our number one priority.

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Q: What about our community brings you joy? And what is your favorite part of being Black?

A: That’s a great question! What I love most about us is that we fight to overcome obstacles and celebrate ourselves despite it all. Listen, we, in every way for centuries, have had so many forces against us as a people, and that still rings true today. Nevertheless, we continue to find a way to show up, support one another, enjoy life, and achieve meaningful accomplishments. If no one else celebrates us, we’re going to celebrate ourselves!

That’s why we see many other communities pattern themselves after us — with their style, ideas, and swag. They don’t want to give us credit, but we continuously fight to achieve it. We have that extra seasoning, flavor, and melanin that no one can take away from us. I believe that when you have a life that shines, no matter how much others try, you can’t be stopped.

I love being Black. It’s just the essence of who I am. It’s the struggle. It’s the fight. It’s the love. It’s the beauty. It’s the joyfulness. It’s everything to me.

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